Gastronomy

Gourmet cooking class

G1 Secrets of a Full French « Goûter » on a rooftop in Montmartre.

Did you know French people were the biggest lovers of sweet snacking called « goûter » or the « 4 heure » ? Linked to the childhood memory, this gourmet moment is one of the favorite for French people, included adults. €65 per person.2,5 hours.

Come and join Anne at a traditional french bakery to learn about craft bread and choose great french baguette and « viennoiseries » for sweet snacking. Then you go to Anne's home for a culinary demonstration, and learn the culinary secrets of this culinary author.You will taste a complete french « goûter » with home made travel cakes, brioche perdue, pancakes, home made hot chocolate, jam, and... a raw cream butter you will learn to make ! You' ll finish on her wonderful rooftop to drink .....(surprise) and enjoy the great view of the Sacré-Chœur.

On Wednesdays : From 3:30 PM to 6 PM or on request.

Portrait

In the heart of Montmartre, Paris A Dream finds Anne. After a career in journalism, Anne decided to take the plunge and follow her passion for cuisine by studying at the Centre de Formation Alain Ducasse. Anne loves to cook, and she has written several books on how to get the best results in the kitchen: Le Livre des Frites (The French Fry Book); La Petite Touche Qui Change Tout (It’s the Small Things that Make a Difference); and Cocorico (Cock-a-Doodle-Do). She hosts us in her home in Montmartre, either in her dining room or on her rooftop terrace, sharing her own little paradise with a view of the cathedral Sacre Coeur.

Testimonials

Colleen (USA)

Anne and Isabelle are so kind and friendly. It was easy and comfortable to be welcomed into Anne's home and learn about her passion for cooking and her secrets for fabulous French food

Krystal (USA)

It was such a pleasure learning how to cook with Anne and meeting new friends. Isabelle did a fantastic job helping us meet a local french person and take in gorgeous views of Paris

Efrain (Georgia-USA)

This is the kind of experience that people wish for when visiting Paris - French patissiere made by a true chef (thanks Anne!), enjoyed with wonderful beverage and a view that is truly breathtaking from a locals' rooftop near Sacre Coeur. Another true Parisien experience courtesy of Isabelle and Paris a Dream!

Rosemary (Great-Bretain)

We all met at the Panifica bakery just below Sacré Coeur, a well known and excellent bakery who create all their breads and cakes from sourdough. Ann explained all about the bakery and then bought cakes and baguette for us to try later. We walked to her home on rue de Clignancourt wher we had the pleasure of being the first group to take this experience on her amazing roof terrace with a gorgeous view of Sacré Coeur (when not sunny the experience takes place in Anne's kitchen / living room space).
We tried the baguette and cakes with coffee, specialist tea or home made hot chocolate (gorgeous) enjoying the view before Anne took us all into her kitchen where she whizzed up in no time pain perdu (french toast) and madeleines, all the time giving us tips about how to make them. Back upstairs to taste more and to have a glass of champagne into which she dropped fresh raspberries.
A very leisurely afternoon.

Earlene

On a bright Wednesday afternoon, I found myself atop an incredible rooftop. After climbing narrow stairs, I turned to see a view of Le Sacre Coeur unlike any other.
Our chef, Anne was so charming; she made me feel at ease in her home right away. I enjoyed a nice demonstration of how to make Pain Perdu and Financiers. She allowed us to ask questions in a pleasant environment, and Anne was keen to listen to our questions and give advice about how to make our recipes unforgettable.
If you are looking for an unconventional way to enjoy Paris, with good eats and nice company, I highly recommend a visit to Anne through Paris A Dream.

G2 Home cooking with a local Parisienne

Dominique,Emmanuelle or Anne our Locals Parisiennes chefs,open their door wide to welcome you into her warm, friendly apartment or house closed to the 17th, in the 15th arrondissement or in Montmartre(9th) in Paris. Their culinary instruction will take you on a discovery of regional French favorites such as Beef bourguignon, Pot au feu, Charlotte aux fruits, and Tarte Tatin. €90 per person.

French cooking will be demystified as our chefs share their secrets for success in the kitchen, including, for example, the key to choosing the best cut of meat for your recipes. Their lesson is topped off with a tasting of all the dishes you’ve created together while seated at a table set in typical French style and accompanied with wine. You’ll leave eager to make these dishes again yourself at home! A truly delightful culinary experience!

Portrait

Emanuelle began pursuing her culinary passion after working in marketing for several years. She studied at l’Ecole Ferrandi de Paris and then went on to hone her skills by working for chefs of several Parisian restaurants. Emmanuelle will host you in her home, in the center of the 15th arrondissement, or serve as a personal chef in your own home. Available only to small groups with a maximum of 4 people.

Testimonials

Louella (Canada)

What a great experience to cook in a french home! Dominique is a great teacher.

Shelly (Michigan - USA)

I enjoyed Home cooking with Dominique so much that I returned multiple times. The classes are in her beautiful home in a lovely part of Paris. Her classes are interactive and fun! The French dishes we prepared were achievable for even a novice. Eating our successful meal together with wine was always a memorable way to end the class.

Pam ( Texas - USA)

I was lucky to learn about Isa and her business during the SIAL food show. My family was joining me for a week of vacation and a culinary class sounded like an excellent way to spend a day. Isa sent me several options and we ended up choosing to spend time in a French household learning to make Beef Bourguignon and Creme Brûlée.
Dominique, our hostess turned out to be a lovely lady, charming hostess and excellent teacher living in a beautiful Paris apartment. We spent the morning learning to make the classic French stew and dessert, then enjoyed it during a leisurely lunch with delicious wine at a beautifully set table.
It was truly an unforgettable day! Isa joined us for coffee at the end of the meal and we left feeling that we had made new friends.I highly recommend Paris A Dream and look forward to our next adventure when we visit Paris again!

Ashleigh (Great-Bretagne)

We had a fantastic time learning how to cook Creme Brûlée and Beef Bourguignon in Paris. Our cook and teacher was Dominique welcomed us to her home in the center of Paris. She was very friendly and full of cooking tips! Thanks so much.

Diana (USA)

Anne was a fantastic 'experience' host. Her generosity with time and genuine focus on ensuring we enjoyed the experience was great

Kioko (Canada)

We went with Paris A Dream to learn and experience the French style home cooking with chef Emmanuelle. It was wonderful - We liked the recipe very much & ended up shopping for the same spices while we were still in Paris so we can recreate the same dish at home! Highly recommended!

Naomi (California-USA)

We had a great time cooking with Chef Dominique! Made a delicious meal of vegetable terrine, monkfish in tomato sauce, and tart tatin (menu customized for our group) while learning a ton about both cooking technique and French food. Dominique was a really lovely host and it was great to do a personal class for our group of four, all completely hands-on. Highly recommended !

Culinary Tours

G3 Food Tours

Get to know French products at the hands of the experts! Instead of dashing madly from one trifling sample to another, slow down and get to know the passion behind the products. From €60 per person, depending on the Tour.

You will visit bakers, chocolatiers, butchers, smoked fish specialists…true artisans of the French gastronomic tradition. In addition to free product tastings at each stop on the tour, you'll experience genuine interactions with extraordinary expert artisans. Tantalizing sights, smells, and sounds await you.Hold on to your taste buds--surprises are guaranteed !

Portrait

Paris a Dream shares its passion for good food through Camille, the owner of Bon Paris. After achieving a Master’s degree in European Affairs, Camille studied fine cuisine at l’Ecole Ferrandi de Paris and went on to work under the tutelage of the top chefs in Paris. She left her apron behind, however, to become a "culinary storyteller.” Passionate about food, she never stops searching for the best addresses. "The culinary artisan, who lives for his product and makes it the heart of his business helps me understand a little more every day the mystery of the palette and truly good taste.” Camille, who is fluent in English and Italian, guides our Food Tours, where guests get to experience firsthand her talent for discovering the culinary gems of Paris.

Testimonials

Tina (Florida-USA)

We had a fabulous time exploring a picturesque Paris neighborhood with the Paris a Dream team. Delicious food,knowledgeable guide. The shops and food were fabulous, and we learned a lot about an area of Paris that we might have missed otherwise.

Carleen (Georgia-USA)

Isa and her team made us feel like lifelong Parisians, introducing us to local experts and vendors who welcomed us into their shops as though we were old friends. We truly tasted the best that Paris has to offer, and learned so much along the way. It was a wonderful day, made all the better by Isabelle's delightful company! Highly recommended for all ages. Such a fun morning!

Kristi (Washington-USA)

Isa and her team went out of their way to create a memorable experience for our group of four adults and two 12-year olds. It can be difficult to motivate jet-lagged youngsters to visit another museum or historical site!
We had a very friendly and knowledgeable bilingual guide who offered information on the history and significant buildings in the neighborhood as we walked to a beautiful bakery and an ice-cream shop with new and fascinating flavors. In both places we tasted delicious sweets, talked with the owners who were passionate about what they did, and even got to go into the kitchens to see how they create their desserts.
I think this was perhaps one of the most memorable experiences for the kids (and maybe the adults) -- to engage personally with French people and culture in a comfortable way!

Jim and Susan (California.USA)

My wife and I very much enjoyed our Paris A Dream food tour of the 11th arrondissement. All of the stops (a boulangerie, fromagerie, fine epicerie, and wine shop) were perfect – the food was great and it was so interesting to learn about each owner’s background and commitment to their chosen field. And we really loved the "picnic” approach to the tour – collecting food along the way for a small feast at the end. Our guide Camille did a great job – she was very personable and we enjoyed her comments about the neighborhood, the history, etc. All in all, it was a wonderful way to spend the day.

Efrain (Georgia,USA)

We've now lived in Paris for over a year, but had never truly discovered the Saint Germain des Pres neighborhood and all its wonderful local artisans until our tour with Isabelle and Paris a Dream. In all honesty, it was probably my favorite experience of exploring new neighborhoods in Paris so far, learning about different food artisans - can't wait until the next tour!

Kenia (Venezuela)

This was an excellent tour where I had the opportunity to try the original savours of France! It was really lovely experience!

Clara (France)

We had the chance to experiment The Marais Food Tour with a so sweet guide. This morning meeting artisans passionnated by their work was full of local discoveries. We had the chance to taste wonders of French gastronomy , in a so good atmosphere, and we 've discovered again this Paris neighborhood ! With your family, with your love or between friends, I deeply recommend it !

Claire (France)

Paris Gastronomy , Paris gourmet delights , The best of Paris , Paris splendid in the spring sunshine, it's PARIS A DREAM ! Just ended the Marais Food Tour , we can not wait coming back and trying another Tours.

G4 Gourmet passport

A Gourmet Journey Through Paris. Discover French cuisine at your own pace and tasteWith your gourmet passport in hand, choose among 6 selected addresses from four distinctive Parisian neighborhoods : Champ de Mars/Eiffel Tower, Montmartre/Sacré-Coeur ,Parmentier/République, Montorgueil. €40 per passport

You decide which foodie favorites you want to discover and get ready to savor the marvelous products offered by each, from Breton cookies, to jams and jellies, to wine and foie gras.One delightful discovery after another !

Valid for 6 months after purchase.
Booklet in English and French. Includes : map of the neighborhood , introduction of the tasted products and artisans , 6 tastings.
Usable when ever you want according the artisans openings hours.

Testimonials

Pascale (France)

I must say a culinary tour in Montmartre with knowledgeable people and my great friend, in visit from London, it's super nice. Thanks to Paris-a-dream to have put us in contact with them. It was such a good time.Amazing discoveries, great idea , big fun!

G5 Dinner in a French Home

Experience first-hand how the French live by dining in a Frenchman’s home !

You’re invited to share an unforgettable evening as the guest of a local Parisian. From €45 per person

You’ll be warmly welcomed by your host, Thomas or Anne ( portrait in G1), with a glass of wine or local aperitif.
Afterwards he’ll disappear into the kitchen to bring out a cherished sampling of his favorite comfort foods. Next you’ll be offered the infamous French cheese course followed by dessert. It’s an evening of anecdotes about France and tips for your visit to Paris punctuated by much laughter and a discovery of French wines. Meeting Thomas is also the chance to hear about all the Paris secrets addresses : he is journalist and know so many things about the City ! You will never forget the honor of being so warmly entertained by the French in Paris. A truly unique experience!With Anne , depending on the weather you could be lucky enough to enjoy her rooftop with an amazing view on the Sacre-Coeur (Photos on Facebook)

Includes a welcome aperitif, three main dishes, cheese, dessert, and wine.

On request.

Evening dinner

English, Spanish and French spoken.

Location : Paris 16th (Thomas ) and Anne (Montmartre)

Testimonials

Ansie (South Africa)

We had a great time last evening - thanks for the organisation!

Efrain (Georgia - USA)

Food is a common language shared across cultures, and there's no better, more welcoming way to understand another person than to share a meal in their home. This program is an amazing experience to do just that, enjoying great food, conversation, and company over a lovely evening. I've already recommended to friends here in Paris and will do it again soon!

Carleen (Georgia - USA)

Delicious dinner with a breath-taking Paris rooftop view.
A private chef, a lovely rooftop balcony, a leisurely and delicious meal, and sunset views of Sacre Coeur -- I can't imagine a better way to celebrate a reunion of dear friends! Because of the truly one-of-a-kind venue, we were able to talk and laugh to our hearts' content -- without ever worrying that we would disturb other diners, as would have been the case in a restaurant. Our chef and hostess -- a widely-published cookbook author -- was delightful. Our meal was delicious. And words can't say enough to describe the awe-inspiring view of Sacre Coeur and the rooftops of Paris. Paris-a-Dream made this evening special in every way. Highly recommended

G6 A moving dinner through Paris

A most romantic Parisian way to dine !

You’ll be whisked away via motor scooter to discover the secrets of the City of Light. From €100 per person

Begin at the home of Thomas, where you’ll get acquainted with your drivers over a glass of wine or other aperitif. Then embark on your chic meandering picnic through the sites and streets of Paris. With three stops, a minimum of two wines, and a multitude of wonderful surprises.It’s a truly magical adventure ! Available from April to end October.2 guests only. Scooter /Piaggio X10 ( one with USB charger for cell phone)
This journey through Paris is designed by your group and your guide. It includes : aperitif at Thomas ‘home, three stops to enjoy what is in the antique picnic basket such as : homemade typical dishes like fancy sandwiches with foie gras, vegetables, baguette, cold meat or vegetable pie with salad and a dessert with a surprise champagne toast at the Eiffel Tower.
English, Spanish , French Spoken.
On request.

Testimonials

Dianne (USA -Colorado)

What a great experience ! Thomas and his partner welcomed us first at their appartment to discuss about the Tour. Then they brought in different locations with 3 stops to enjoy Paris and had 7 types of food that they cooked up for us. Eveything was delicious and the wine and specially the bubbles too. We highly recommend Thomas and his experience.